Howdy folks, I talked with all you a few months ago when I first heard I may be moving, well, it's a done deal now. I'm to report to Fort Lewis in March 08. Here are a few questions for you, if you don't mind.

I'm looking to purchase a house and would like to be close to a freshwater lake that has at least crappie. I also need to keep in mind the commute to Lewis daily, not to mention schools and crime. I have been looking on the net at lakewood and yelm, but not really sure with traffic how close they are to lewis. Another question, my boat is a sea pro bay boat 20 footer, will it be functional up there? Does anyone use downriggers? Thanks for any help you can provide. TexFisher